Hospice RN Case Manager (ALLENTOWN, PA)
Company: Guardian Hospice Care
Location: Willow Grove
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Overview Guardian Hospice is
revolutionary healthcare model, seeking a compassionate and
dedicated Hospice Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will
provide end-of-life care and support to terminally ill patients and
their families. This role requires a high level of empathy,
excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide comfort
during challenging times. Requirements - Previous experience in
nursing, preferably in hospice or palliative care - Ability to lift
and move patients with care and compassion - Familiarity with
medical-surgical procedures - Knowledge of hospice regulations and
practices - Experience working with individuals with developmental
disabilities is a plus Duties - Conduct physical examinations and
assessments of patients - Administer medications and treatments as
prescribed - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop
individualized care plans - Provide emotional support and guidance
to patients and their families - Monitor patient symptoms and
condition closely - Educate patients and families on end-of-life
care options - Maintain accurate medical records Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and
transition to care process with the ability to further develop
skills in these competency areas Ability to communicate effectively
with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and
colleagues. Reliable means of transportation Currently licensed as
an R.N. in the state of Pennsylvania. Previous Hospice/Palliative
care experience Strong Presentation Responsibilities The Admissions
RN is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose
primary responsibility is to present Guardian's services and
philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the
admission of appropriate patients Participation in the information
gathering, analysis, education and form completion aspects of the
admissions process. Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness,
e.g. medical records review as requested. Obtain agreement for
admission of referred patients and families who meet admission
criteria. Analyze data collected to facilitate/obtain admission
orders. Maintain clinical and professional competence. Take the
initiative in developing effective relationships internally with
the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons.
Utilize interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and
address any questions the patient and/or patient's family has
concerning hospice and palliative care. Join our team of dedicated
healthcare professionals committed to providing quality end-of-life
care to those in need.
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